Alameda County Obituaries
HERBERT LEE HARRISON
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Alameda Times-Star 8/17/2004.
Passed away on Monday, August 16, 2004, in Fremont, he was
66. He is survived by his loving wife, Gerry Harrison, of 45 years. He was
the loving father and father-in-law to Don and Julia Harrison of San
Francisco, Greg and Stephanie Harrison of Fremont, Bill and Jennifer
Harrison of Fremont. He was the loving grandfather to Sasha, Vince, Jake,
Shaun, Bryce, Summer and predeceased by Rachel. He was the loving son
to Frances Miller of Laguna Niguel. His father, Abe Harrison is predeceased.
He was the adoring brother to Larry Harrison of Novato and predeceased by
Jeff Harrison. Also survived by loving nieces. Herbert was born on April 21,
1938, in St. Louis, MO. He was a United States Navy veteran from 1955 -
1959. He worked as a Certified Public Accountant for 40 years at Harrison,
Luce & Company. He was a member of the Fremont Jaycees (1966-1975)
and has served as a Senator since 1975 and Jaycee State Associate
Treasurer, Fremont Kiwanis (1968-1987) and has served as Treasurer District
40 (CA, NV and HI 1975-1976), Board of Director for the Boys Club in Fremont
(1972-1982), Board of Directors for Fremont Football (1972-1976), Past
President of East Bay Chapter of C.P.A.'s from 1980-1981, former Treasurer of
the Fremont Philharmonic (1967-1968), YMCA Board Member and Leader. He
was the recipient of the California Society of SPA's - Garcia Award for
Outstanding Community Service. He was an avid card player, enjoyed golfing,
racquet ball and traveling. He enjoyed spending time with family and
grandchildren and he leaves behind many supportive friends. Visitation will be
held Wednesday at Fremont Chapel of the Roses, 1940 Peralta Blvd.,Fremont
from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be on Thursday, 2:00 p.m. at The
Fremont Chapel of the Roses. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to
Kidango (formerly Tri-City Children Centers) at 4533 Mattos Drive, Fremont,
CA 94536 or Washington Hospital/Pathways Hospice at 7901 Oakport Street,
Suite #3500, Oakland, CA 94621. Fremont Chapel of the Roses 510-797-1900